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Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World

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Salt Lake City, USA

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the otherworldly Bonneville Salt Flats — where endless white horizons meet history, adventure, and stunning panoramas. More than just sightseeing, our tour offers the most comprehensive experience of this natural wonder, revealing hidden stories and landmarks.
From the legendary speedway where records continue to be set today to the 85-foot Tree of Utah sculpture rising from the desert, each stop inspires awe.
Explore the mysterious Blue Canal that once saved Salt Lake City from floods and enjoy sweeping views from the Silver Island Mountains.
The journey concludes at Great Salt Lake State Park, where mirror-like waters reflect the majestic Wasatch Mountains.
With small-group travel in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter, a professional guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off included, this tour blends adventure, relaxation, and storytelling into an unforgettable experience.

What's Included

  • Applicable Taxes and Fees
  • Comfortable transportation from/to a hotel/location
  • Insurance coverage
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for guide (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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We’ll pick you up directly at your hotel’s main entrance or lobby. Look for our distinctive silver Mercedes Sprinter — your guide will be waiting for you. Hotel pickup takes place at two available times: • Morning tour: between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM • Afternoon tour: between 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM After booking, we’ll contact you to confirm your exact pickup time and location. Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup. The tour includes both pickup and drop-off within the Salt Lake City area.

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North West Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Salt Lake City

Begin your adventure through Utah's striking contrasts—majestic mountain peaks rising against endless desert horizons. Journey west along the legendary Victory Highway, the nation’s historic second transcontinental route that once linked America’s coasts. Watch the scenery transform as you pass towering white salt pyramids formed by mining operations. These gleaming landmarks announce your arrival at one of the most surreal natural wonders on Earth — the Bonneville Salt Flats.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Metaphor - Tree of Utah

Discover the Tree of Utah, a towering 85-foot (26 m) sculpture standing defiantly in the desert, symbolizing endurance and imagination. Then witness the Blue Canal, a brilliant engineering solution that rescued Salt Lake City from historic flooding disasters.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bonneville Salt Flats

The highlight of the tour is exploring the otherworldly Bonneville Salt Flats, a vast expanse stretching 47 square miles (121 km²). Formed on the floor of an ancient lake, this dazzling white surface feels like stepping onto another planet. Capture striking photos against shimmering mirages and imagine the thrill of the speed pioneers — and modern racers — who continue to chase world records across this perfectly flat desert.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Silver Island Mountain

Enjoy an unforgettable stop at a panoramic overlook with sweeping views of the ancient Bonneville Lake basin, framed by the majestic Silver Island Mountains — silent witnesses to the exploration and settlement that defined the American West.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Salt Lake State Park

Our final stop is Great Salt Lake State Park, where the lake’s mirror-like surface reflects the Wasatch Mountains in breathtaking panoramas. Stroll through the marina and along the wild shoreline, spot native flora and fauna, and discover the lake’s geology along with the golden age of Utah’s famous spa resorts.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Salt Lake City

Return to Salt Lake City with drop-off at convenient locations.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Bonneville Salt Flats Journey to the Edge of the World?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Applicable Taxes and Fees
  • Comfortable transportation from/to a hotel/location
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  • Professional guide
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for guide (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).

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